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Bookmark this pageThe Optimists of Nine Elms (1973)
Director: Anthony Simmons
Movie review
From Time Out Film Guide
Two kids form a quirky relationship with an eccentric old busker (Sellers). Despite there being a host of things (like songs and music by Lionel Bart) that should have crippled this venture, it has, on the contrary, a lot going for it. With the help of the two kids and some fine location work, Simmons sketches a suitably hard-edged and realistic portrait of a drab existence south of the river. Father is aggressive and mother run-down, reduced to having a quick one Sunday mornings when the children are out. Conditions at home are poor and crowded, but the 'better life' of a promised new council flat is shown up for what it is. At least you feel that Simmons has continually avoided the easy way out, and that should be enough to counteract any feelings of unease.Author: CPe
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- Tessa Moore said...
- Posted on Aug 05 2008 09:40 The most amazing little gem. Some cannot recognise Sellers and the locations are special. should become cult
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Cast & crew
Director: Anthony Simmons
Producer: Adrian Gaye, Victor Lyndon
Cast: Peter Sellers, Donna Mullane, John Chaffey, David Daker, Marjorie Yates, Patricia Brake full cast
Duration: 110 mins
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